Las Vegas, NV

As Vergil Ortiz Jr. readies to take on Serhii Bohachuk for an interim junior middleweight title in a headline fight Saturday night at Mandalay Bay Hotel & Casino in Las Vegas, it’s impossible not to address the elephant in the room. In this case, that elephant looks a lot...

With the right opportunity and mentality, Tim Tszyu is poised to bounce back

LOS ANGELES – All signs are showing that Saturday night’s slugfest between power-punching knockout artists Vergil Ortiz Jr. and Serhii Bohachuk will be a barnburner. Ortiz (21-0, 21 KOs) and the WBC interim junior middleweight titleholder Bohachuk (24-1, 23 KOs) will battle it out at the Mandalay Bay in Las Vegas on DAZN, and the winner of the high-stakes matchup will be set for a big-time bout next time out.

Vergil Ortiz Jr. realizes KO streak could end against Bohachuk

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Ngannou’s return date to the cage is set

Francis Ngannou Making PFL Debut in October–But It Won’t Be Easy

Wanderlei Silvas was in his prime in 2003, and he showed his feared power by brutally knocking out Kazushi Sakuraba. This was during the Pride Total Elimination 2003, a grand Prix that featured Quinton ‘Rampage’ Jackson, Alistair Overeem, and Chuck Liddell, among others. Wanderlei Silva knocks out Kazushi...

On This Day: Wanderlei Silva Delivers One of the Most Brutal Knockouts in History Against Kazushi Sakuraba – Aug. 10, 2003

Albuquerque, NM

The well-oiled machine that is hard-charging locomotive Luis Alberto Lopez looks to keep on chugging Saturday night by defending his IBF featherweight title for a fourth time against Angelo Leo. Lopez (30-2, 17 KOs) will once again hit the road to Albuquerque, New Mexico and face the former junior featherweight...

Road warrior 'Venado' Lopez patiently waiting for Naoya Inoue as Angelo Leo approaches

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Kate Jackson began her acting career as a silent ghost on TV's classic 1960s gothic daytime drama Dark Shadows but remains alive and well years after two horrific battles with breast cancer. Jackson went on to small screen prime-time stardom on police/detective/crime drama/comedies like The Rookies, Charlie's Angels, Scarecrow and Mrs. King, and more. This is her triumphant story.

'Charlie's Angels' Star Kate Jackson Has Courageously Battled and Conquered Cancer Several Times

Actor Jim Nabors was so popular with his portrayal of Gomer Pyle on TV's classic country sitcom, The Andy Griffith Show (CBS, 1960-68), that he was spun off into his own series, Gomer Pyle U.S.M.C. (CBS, 1964-69). But when Nabors left the Griffith series, the void was filled by George Lindsay playing Goober Pyle, Gomer's cousin.

When Jim Nabors' Gomer was replaced by George Lindsay's Goober on TV's 'The Andy Griffith Show'

Miami, FL

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Miami Beach, FL

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It’s the end of an era for Miami Beach as the beloved Shuckers Waterfront Bar & Grill, known for its laid-back vibes and stunning bay views, is set to close its doors by the end of 2024. The iconic eatery, which has been a staple on North Bay Village for 30 years, will make way for a new upscale hotel and dining experience, leaving many long-time patrons feeling disheartened.

Florida waterfront bar replaced by upscale hotel; locals complain

Los Angeles, CA

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L.A. TACO has identified the police officer seen in a viral video sucker-punching a detained man named Alexander Mitchell in Watts over the weekend as Los Angeles Police Department Officer (LAPD) Joshua Sportiello.

LAPD Officer Identified After Punching Detained Man In Face In Watts On Video

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Explore Beaufort SC

The mantis shrimp is one tough customer. Beautiful and deadly are two words you don’t typically use to describe shrimp, but the mantis shrimp is definitely in a class of its own; earning a reputation as the ‘savage boxer of the sea’ and one of the most fearsome creatures in the ocean. And, they're right at home here in South Carolina.

Savage Boxer of the Sea: The Deadly Beauty of Mantis Shrimp

Serhii Bohachuk will defend his interim title against the undefeated Vergil Ortiz Jr. in a super welterweight bout this weekend on August 10. The fight, which will take place at the Michelob Ultra Arena in Mandalay Bay Resort and Casino, Las Vegas, headlines an event featuring 11 exciting bouts. The undercard is stacked with talented fighters, ensuring an action-packed night for boxing fans.

Which Boxers Are Fighting In The Serhii Bohachuk Vs. Vergil Ortiz Jr. Card?

The World Boxing Organization (WBO) has scheduled an Aug. 9 purse bid for a proposed fight between flyweight titleholder Anthony Olascuaga and former titleholder Jonathan “La Bomba” Gonzalez. Olascuaga (7-1, 5 KOs) secured the vacant title in July by defeating Riku Kano in the three rounds in Japan....

WBO orders purse bids for Anthony Olascuaga-Jonathan Gonzalez

It's been four decades since Emmy-nominated actor Lloyd Haynes died of lung cancer at only 52 years old. Best known for his compassionate performance as history teacher Pete Dixon on television's groundbreaking, academic-geared dramedy, Room 222 (ABC, 1969-1974), Haynes was beloved by his fans, family, friends and colleagues alike. This is his story.

In Memory of 'Room 222' TV Actor Lloyd Haynes: 4 Decades After His Tragic Death From Lung Cancer

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Since 2020, the condition known as long COVID-19 has become a widespread disability affecting the health and quality of life of millions of people across the globe and costing economies billions of dollars in reduced productivity of employees and an overall drop in the work force .

Expert: Long COVID puzzle pieces are falling into place – picture is unsettling

Morristown, NJ

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NEWARK, N.J. – Sixteen individuals have been charged in connection with a widespread "grandparent scam" that defrauded elderly Americans out of millions of dollars. The charges were announced by U.S. Attorney Philip R. Sellinger.

16 Charged in Nationwide 'Grandparent Scam'; Millions Stolen

ActressMelody Patterson, who died at only 66 in 2015, found fame as eagle-eye shootist Wrangler Jane on ABC TV's 1965-67 military-geared sitcom F Troop, which also starred Ken Berry, Larry Storch and Forrest Tucker.

A Look Back at the Famed Life and Tragic Death of TV's 'F Troop' Star Melody Patterson

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Sandy Paws Rescue Inc., recently introduced Egypt, a remarkable 4 to 5-year-old, 50-pound dog who is filled with love and is searching for her forever family! With a glowing description, Sandy Paws Rescue Inc., a foster-based rescue in Massachusetts, explains, "Egypt is a very happy, affectionate and loving girl once she warms up to the people she loves."

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In the late 1960s, actress Teresa Graves made her debut on TV's irreverent sketch show, Laugh-In, which also helped to launch the careers of those like Goldie Hawn, Ruth Buzzi, Joanne Worley, Judy Carne, and more.

'Laugh-In'/'Get Christie Love' Actress Teresa Graves and Her Tragic Death in a Fire: A Look Back

Sandy Paws Rescue Inc., a foster-based rescue organization in Massachusetts, recently shared their furry friends who have been waiting the longest to find their forever homes. From a puppy who is housebroken and loves toys to a little five-year-old dog who is a great snuggle buddy and loves other dogs, each dog is unique but has one thing in common- they need a family who will love them. Get to know these five great dogs below, and don't forget to leave a comment to let me know which pup stole your heart!

Local Animal Rescue Shares Dogs Who've Been Looking For Love The Longest

WHEN you have won 21 fights in a row by knockout, there is a certain pressure and therefore incentive to keep the run going and avoid finishing a fight any other way. This pressure is something Vergil Ortiz, he of the 21 straight knockouts, will know better than most. His impressive knockout streak, meanwhile, is something he will be keen to extend when fighting Serhii Bohachuk tonight (August 10) in Las Vegas.

21 and Counting: Vergil Ortiz’s five best stoppage victories

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Francis Ngannou: 'I’m not in a better position to be a boxing champ'

Francis Ngannou may have fought two of the biggest-name heavyweight boxers in the world, but he no longer has plans of chasing a title in the...

Francis Ngannou: 'I’m not in a better position to be a boxing champ'

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